Live, love, matter... learn to be present in your life, focus on your relationships, find joy and…read moremake a positive impact in the dojo (classroom, work, etc). The mat chats with Sensei Alex at Victory MMA are everything! He is a cool dude and understands what is truly important in life. As a parent, it is so powerful for my son to hear these messages from Sensei. My son carries this joy and focus with him to school and into our home. We have been attending MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) for a year in the 4 to 7 year old class. I love being on the bleachers in the dojo to watch the class and hear the mat chat. This helps us reinforce the message at home and also practice the moves of the month. It is very easy to get acclimated to class. Sensei Alex is kind and has a genuine passion. There are also a number of "Sensei Dads" that take the adult class and help out with the kids class. They are all such lovely people! Everyone has a smile and is excited to be in the dojo training. The energy is contagious and the kids have a lot of fun while also learning discipline, confidence and focus. We are so grateful to be part of the Victory family!

Great gym. Great culture. Alex has a wealth of striking and grappling knowledge. Check it out!read more

My child has been attending WTMAC for 3 years now. No complaints at all. My child has disabilities…read moreand normally attends outside therapies as well. Due to her attendance in classes she no longer needs outside therapies to help with her muscle weakness.

We've been sending our 3 kids (11, 8, 6 year olds) to White Tiger since January 2022 and we have…read moreloved it! The Master works really well with kids. You can tell that he knows how to instruct them well. Our 6 year old didn't even want to do Tae Kwon Do and we just kind of pushed her a little. She loves it now and is a dark blue belt. More to come!

Our 4 year old started doing martial arts at Stillwater and we really love this center…read more He is in the 4-6 year old class. We are happy with the instructor, program, structure and flexibility with scheduling. Mr Mashburn not only focuses on Karate but he also teaches them discipline, values and good behavior. Highly recommend to parents who are looking to start martial arts for your kids. We tried other martial arts classes in the neighborhood before finding this gem. Definitely unique and better than others in the area.

Still Water is outside our range of travel, but my children trained with Mr. Mashburn at his…read moreprevious studio. He's an amazing instructor, focused on excellence in everything he does and completely committed to his students. He is exactly the kind of role model and positive influence you want in your children's lives!

The Arlington Heights School of Martial Arts has outstanding programs for all ages, a wonderful…read morecommunity and family atmosphere, and excellent training teaching 8 martial arts as one. I am a student for over 10 years and also enjoy the strength and stress reduction work we do as well. True Martial Arts! Great for self-defense. I am learning new forms and movements regularly including a variety of weapons. Please come and check us out!

True martial arts. Great for self defense and getting in shape. Family friendly. Lots of kids…read moreclasses and activities. No contracts. I have been here a long time and learn new movements and forms weekly

My son has been going to Total Impack Martial Arts for the past two years now we have seen so much…read moreimprovement and progress in his behavior and confidence. The team is always supportive and encouraging.

Total Impact Martial arts and Fitness center is simply the best!…read more My son is taking Martial arts classes with them for past two months. The Instructors Shihan Brian,Sensei Allen and Jonathan keep classes fun, while also giving the kids a solid workout as they train and learn new techniques.Alongside the Martial arts,they are developing the kids to be respectful to others,to be responsible and to treat people with kindness. After watching my son trained, i decided to begin taking Kickboxing classes with them.I had no previous Experience in Kickboxing before when i signed up and was very nervous at the first time The Owner/Teacher Shihan Brian was extremely welcoming and had a great way of making me feel comfortable.Brian is an extremely knowledgeable Instructor.One of the great things Brian does is to make every class different. His passion and expertise is represented in every class. 5 weeks in and I'm pretty addicted to the workouts. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a new workout routine that is fun, challenging and sustainable.

I had a private lesson with Dr. Leung Ting, Grandmaster of the "WingTsun™ System. Dr. Leung Ting…read morewas a student of IP Man, he helped me see and understand details that will serve me with all the drills and forms. The School has many skill sifu's and high-level instructors. I like that I can take their Tai Chi classes, the two arts go well together. They give the first class for free and have a deal for the first month. It was helpful to know if the school was right for me. It has been a year, and I highly recommend them. No contracts, good people with skills, and a great teaching method.

Great place to learn self defense. Awesome instructors and a friendly environment for kids and…read moreadults.

I began taking lessons at this school on October 1, 2009. By July 1, 2010 I had lost 50 lbs. By…read moreAugust 1, 2010, I had lost 55 since starting. My six year old son also takes there. I am very proud and impressed at his growth - in strength, balance and confidence. This in less than a year. As a child and teenager (I am 34 now), I took Kempo/Kung Fu from a fantastic instructor in Plano, TX for many years. During that time, I also studied Taekwondo at another school, and took classes in various other martial arts. When my son turned five and told me he wanted to take Karate, and wanted me to take with him, I knew I had to find a school that taught Kempo. The problem was, the closest one I could find was way out in Paletine, and didn't really leave me impressed (I watched, but didn't take any classes there). I called my old instructor and friend Mr. Portnoy and told him the only schools close to me that met my qualifications were both USSD schools. His response was honest, and not totally positive. He said that although many of the techniques, etc... would be similar, my family's experience at USSD would be quite different to what I had experienced with him, and I may not like it. He explained USSD is known for an academy-like atmosphere and that they are set up like franchises (he actually referred to USSD as "McDojo". He knew I didn't like the cookie-cutter feel of the Taekwondo school I went to - and he warned me about the high costs. He was right, except I like the school I am at. In fact, I'm very happy. Yes, USSD is operated like an academy, and the schools are franchised. Both aspects are something that have added to mine and my son's success. He was right about the cost. The fact is, I feel that I am getting my money's worth. In One yelp review, Jim P. from Niles posts a 3-page essay about one of the local USSD schools (Skokie) which at one point states that USSD couldn't be good due to the rotation of instructors. That's ironic because I have always found great value from learning from different people - regardless of rank or style. My first instructor, Mr. Portnoy, from Plano, TX, is a very respected, highly ranked Grand Master of a different style. I think very highly of the advice he always gave me and consider him a great friend. He said repeatedly that learning from a variety of people was key to his growth and success in martial arts. Mr. Portnoy always pointed out that different people have different perspectives, and have honed different skills. That is the most positive aspect of the style of learning at USSD. You take what works best for you, and work on what you can. The difference to what Mr. Portnoy's school does to gain those perspectives for his students was that he brings in outside guest instructors for periods of time. At USSD, the knowledge base comes from within the USSD system. That works because the system is enormous. That contributes to the cost, which is also worth it to my son and to me. USSD also does without the "cookie-cutter" feeling that permeates many other systems. I receive a thorough explanation of what you are learning and why, which I found lacking in many other styles and schools (most notably my experience with Taekwondo). Most importantly, advancement is not based upon a time line, and not forced. It occurs only when the skill level attained. As it should be. I feel very strongly about the positive experiences I've had, just as I feel about knowing there are similar experiences awaiting anyone who brings a positive attitude to USSD. It's fun, and not easy. Nothing this good for you could ever be. It IS very rewarding.

I just wanted to tell you how grateful I am to have found you guys. All 3 of my kids are excited to…read morecome to Jiu Jitsu class and are even staying after class to practice on their own! I can't get my boys to practice much of the sports they say they want to play but they're begging me to let them practice BJJ!! All 3 agree - Tony is an awesome instructor and I know if it wasn't for his teaching style they would not want to attend. He made them feel welcome, included, capable, and strong. Thanks again, Larissa

We've had an excellent experience at FMA! Sensei Gerson and Prof. Tony are excellent, enthusiastic…read moreteachers and know how to relate to kids and adults alike. They've been very patient with our two boys who can be a...handful...and Tony's adult BJJ class is focused, fun, and super supportive. No bad vibes or overly intense instructors here. Highly recommended for students of all ages and stages. Thanks FMA!

This Martial Arts Academy is the one of the only schools that teaches street smart martial arts. I…read morehave been studying with the Head Instructor for now around 30 years. I am now almost 63 years old and continue to train every week. Sensei Rob Zbilski is so incredibly talented and amazingly knowledgeable. You will miss out if you do not take martial arts at this school. He and his late brother Sensei Jim Zbilski have taught me so much. Sensei Rob's Instructors and high ranking Black Belts teach the finest in self defense using practical ways to defend yourself. Sensei Rob does not simply give out Black Belts as you see in many other schools wondering how a student could get a Black Belt in such a short period of time and with the knowledge they posses. It takes years for the kids and adults to learn Sensei Rob's curriculum to ever be ranked to their next belt level and with a lot of hard work and dedication to earn their Junior or Black Belts. Sensei Rob continues to refine the art to ensure his students continue to learn the most effective way to defend themselves. Included in this is weapon defense. Sensei Rob instructs the US Kickboxing Team taking them all over the world. They continue to show the world what incredible athletes they are by winning bouts worldwide. He also instructs highly qualified Professional Boxers and Kickboxers how to be successful as they move up the ladder toward winning their belt in their weight class. His knowledge of martial arts include Karate, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Boxing, and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu help the students learn how to defend themselves in all sorts of scenarios. And Sensei Rob is highly involved in the world of Mixed Martial Arts. Sensei Rob has many high ranks in the martial arts arena. There is not a quality Martial Artist that is not familiar with Senei Rob and his teachings. He has an amazing curriculum for both Adults and Kids. Do yourself or your child a favor and call to make an appointment to meet with an Instructor to discuss what you or child wants to learn. You'll see this is the school for you!